Valkyries open WNBA Finals at home Saturday afternoon

Second-year franchise chases first title

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 50m1 min read

A historic season. One more goal in sight ⚔️🏆 The @valkyries are ready to battle for a championship on the biggest stag Via @WNBA on X

What happened: Golden State begins the WNBA Finals on Saturday, Oct. 17. Game 1 tips at 3:30 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.

Why it matters: A championship would complete a historic second season for the franchise. Opening at home gives Golden State the first step toward that goal in the title series.

What to watch: The series will decide the 2026 WNBA champion, starting with Saturday's opener.

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